
WorldQuant Ventures LLC
Description
WorldQuant Ventures LLC is an early-stage venture capital firm headquartered in Old Greenwich, Connecticut, established by Igor Tulchinsky, the founder and CEO of the global quantitative asset management firm WorldQuant. Leveraging its deep roots in advanced analytics and data science, WorldQuant Ventures primarily focuses on investing in disruptive technology companies that demonstrate strong potential for innovation and growth. The firm seeks to identify and support startups that are at the forefront of technological advancements, particularly those that can benefit from or contribute to data-driven insights.
The firm's investment thesis is centered on sectors where data and sophisticated algorithms play a pivotal role. This includes, but is not limited to, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, financial technology (fintech), and other areas poised for significant transformation through quantitative methods. WorldQuant Ventures typically engages with companies at the Seed to Series A stages, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance and access to a vast network of experts in quantitative research and technology. Their approach emphasizes a collaborative partnership, aiming to help portfolio companies scale and achieve their long-term objectives.
WorldQuant Ventures is an active investor, having made over 60 investments across a diverse portfolio of promising startups since its inception. Their typical initial check size for early-stage companies ranges from $500,000 to $3,000,000, reflecting their commitment to providing meaningful capital to fuel growth. Beyond financial investment, the firm distinguishes itself by offering portfolio companies unique insights derived from WorldQuant's extensive experience in complex data analysis and market dynamics, positioning them as a strategic partner for data-intensive ventures.
Investor Profile
WorldQuant Ventures LLC has backed more than 45 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 7 rounds, about 16% of its total and boasts 10 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, India, Canada.
- Strong thematic focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Software, Machine Learning.
- Typical check size: $500K – $3M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (36%)
- Series A (27%)
- Series Unknown (16%)
- Convertible Note (9%)
- Series B (7%)
- Pre Seed (2%)
- Series C (2%)
- Series D (2%)
Country Focus
- United States (82%)
- India (7%)
- Canada (7%)
- United Kingdom (4%)
Industry Focus
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Software
- Machine Learning
- Information Technology
- Fintech
- Analytics
- Finance
- Financial Services
- Big Data
- Saas
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